What we do

Specialists in recruitment and consultancy services within the finance and accounting sector, predominantly with accountancy practices.
Working within and around the Thames Valley and London area, we source staff at all levels. Whether you are looking for a new role or looking to recruit a trainee or a partner, ACA, CTA, ACCA and AAT, part or fully qualified or qualified by experience accountancy and finance candidates, we can assist.

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Curtis Recruitment is a specialist supplier of accountancy staff, predominantly within accountancy practice.&nbsp; We are a niche agency, recruiting across the accountancy sector, from Trainee to Partner, which encompasses candidates who are just starting a career in accountancy, to qualified and part-qualified, AAT, ATT, ACA, ACCA and CTA as well as qualified by experience candidates.
Whilst the mainstay of our business is within practice, on occasion our practice clients recommend us to their clients and we have had some success in recruiting for roles within industry and commerce.

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We are recruiting for a part time Head of Finance on behalf of a successful, privately owned business, working within the construction industry. This firm offers a vibrant office environment and prides itself on the wellbeing and growth of its employees. The firm would consider candidates at varying levels of experience, hence the wide salary range advertised. The role is office based and requires 30 hours per week with flexibility to suit, which could be four full days or hours spread across five days. Along with a competitive salary the firm offers: 20 days holiday 8 bank holidays minimum 3 extra days over the Christmas break Salary sacrifice; electric car scheme and pension scheme Private medical insurance Half year and annual company awards Length of service holiday accrual Enhanced maternity/paternity leave Reporting to the Managing Director and leadership team, the key function of this role will be to oversee a finance team of six, strengthen and enhance the quality and depth of financial reporting and provide analysis for the Management Team. As Head of Finance your responsibilities will include: Overseeing the finance and credit services departments on a day-to-day basis Preparation of year-end financial accounts Managing and reviewing sales and purchase ledger ensuring the accounts team are keeping accurate accounts Preparing monthly management accounts, including cashflow forecasting and variance analysis Take responsibility for the maintenance of the nominal ledger, preparing journal entries where relevant for accruals, prepayments, fixed assets and payroll Maintain Fixed Asset Registers VAT and CIS administration Structuring and monitoring the company’s financial KPIs Sales and profitability analysis Review and account for supplier rebates Prepare profitability statements for external Sales Team Consider bad debt provisions Please apply if you have the following skills and experience: Be an experienced accounts professional either qualified ACCA/ACA/CIMA or qualified by experience Minimum five years’ experience gained within the finance department of a UK SME Good general IT skills - the company currently uses Sage 200 but is migrating its finance and CRM system to SAP imminently and although not essential, experience in either of these would be desirable Ability to effectively manage the accounts department of a busy company Excellent written and verbal communication skills Be confident managing own workload Submit your CV for this Head of Finance role Unfortunately, we cannot accept applications for this role from candidates that do not have the right to work in the UK, or require visa sponsorship, either currently or in the future. This includes those currently on a graduate visa. Additionally, candidates must have experience gained within the finance department of a UK SME. We stipulate these criteria due to the high volume of applications from outside of the UK. Due to the high volume of applications we receive it is not always possible to respond to unsuccessful applicants. Therefore, if we have not responded to your application within five days please assume that on this occasion your application has not been successful.

Head of Finance

Due to continued expansion, our client is looking to recruit a Senior Accountant to join its friendly team within this forward-thinking accountancy practice on the outskirts of Maidenhead. Working on a portfolio of clients, this role will incorporate a wide range of duties, although the company will mould the role around an exceptional candidate’s specialisms to suit. Reporting to the Partners, the main functions of the Senior Accountant will include: Assisting with the management of a portfolio of clients, being the first point of contact and responding to client enquiries in an accurate and timely manner Accounts preparation Management accounts and VAT Involvement with all aspects of tax, including advisory work and returns The management of both corporate clients and individuals Given the nature of this firm, the successful candidate will make the portfolio their own, and will essentially be a client manager for the personal portfolio of clients. To be considered for this position applicants should have the following skills and experience: Previous experience gained within a UK accountancy practice environment is essential Ideally be qualified ACA, ACCA, AAT; part qualified or qualified by experience candidates will be considered Good working knowledge of accounting standards, corporation tax, income tax, VAT Competent with the Microsoft Office Suite as well as familiarity with accountancy, taxation and practice management software Be a team player and able to work on your own initiative Have excellent written and verbal communication skills to interact with the team and clients Some experience of payroll would be useful, although not essential In return for your skills and dedication, this dynamic firm will offer a competitive salary and benefits, depending upon experience, within a supportive and friendly working environment. Submit your CV for this Senior Accountant role We can only accept applications from candidates that have the right to work in the UK without requiring sponsorship. Additionally, candidates must have experience gained within UK accountancy practice. We stipulate these criteria due to the high volume of applications from outside of the UK. Due to the high volume of applications we receive it is not always possible to respond to unsuccessful applicants. Therefore, if we have not responded to your application within five days please assume that on this occasion your application has not been successful.

Senior Accountant

We are recruiting for an Accounts Semi-Senior to join a dynamic firm of accountants to be based at the firm’s office on the outskirts of Maidenhead. This is a good all round accounting position that will support the seniors who are under pressure because of the continued growth of the business. With a full study package and mentoring, the successful candidate will have the opportunity to develop a full range of accounting skills and progress. As Accounts Semi-Senior, in time and with training, your responsibilities will include: Statutory accounts preparation Management accounts preparation Tax work including P11Ds Bookkeeping Payroll Company secretarial We welcome applications from candidates with the following skills, experience and attributes: At least one years’ experience within a UK accountancy practice Ideally have started studying for an accountancy qualification, although not essential Have excellent written and verbal communication skills Be IT literate and ideally have some experience of QuickBooks, Sage and/or Xero Have a willingness to learn and develop an accountancy career within practice This successful firm of accountants will offer a competitive salary and benefits, a full study package to become a qualified accountant and a supportive working environment where a motivated person can thrive and progress. Submit your CV for this Accounts Semi-Senior role We can only accept applications from candidates that have the right to work in the UK without requiring sponsorship. Additionally, candidates must have experience gained within UK accountancy practice. We stipulate these criteria due to the high volume of applications from outside of the UK. Due to the high volume of applications we receive it is not always possible to respond to unsuccessful applicants. Therefore, if we have not responded to your application within five days please assume that on this occasion your application has not been successful.

Accounts Semi-Senior

We are recruiting for a Finance Manager on behalf of an expanding company which is part of a Group with offices in Europe and further afield. The business is growing its product lines and is known for delivering key products into the UK construction industry. The key function of this role will be to strengthen and enhance the quality and depth of financial reporting/analysis. Overseeing the financial management of the UK operation and working with the management team you will help steer the company and its organisation using a data-driven approach. Reporting to the directors and Group, responsibilities of the Finance Manager will include: Overseeing the finance department on a day-to-day basis Reporting the accounts to European head office Preparing management accounts, P&amp;L, balance sheet analysis, cashflow forecasting and variance analysis Preparation of year-end financial accounts Fixed assets Payroll Analysing the risk feasibility of customers and the application of credit policy Drawing up budgets and presenting them to the Group Management Committee Monitoring credit insurance policies and insurance files Credit control and transfer unpaid cases to legal Set up and apply clear procedures and administration for stock management Monitoring and controlling the invoicing cycle and stock control VAT and CIT administration Follow-up of customer financing files Control accounts Please do apply for this role if you have the following skills, experience and attributes: Be an experienced accounts professional either qualified or qualified by experience Minimum five years’ experience gained within the finance department of a UK SME Ability to effectively manage the accounts department of a busy company Excellent written and verbal communication skills Be confident managing own workload Strong IT skills Submit your CV for this Finance Manager role Unfortunately, we cannot accept applications for this role from candidates that do not have the right to work in the UK, or require visa sponsorship, either currently or in the future. This includes those currently on a graduate visa. Additionally, candidates must have experience gained within UK firms. We stipulate these criteria due to the high volume of applications from outside of the UK. Due to the high volume of applications we receive it is not always possible to respond to unsuccessful applicants. Therefore, if we have not responded to your application within five days please assume that on this occasion your application has not been successful.